Punjabi Dhaba: An Indian Roadside Cafe in Cambridge

1 places are mentioned in this post! Punjabi Dhaba Restaurant null View Details on the Map Click on the place name to learn more Close Punjabi Dhaba (225 Hampshire St., Cambridge, 617-547-8272) ( Map ) is  a tiny store-front where  the clock on the wall keeps the time in India, Hindi music blasts from the radio, and the crowd of regulars usually knows exactly what they want. This  college-student and neighborhood favorite serves an impressive array of fresh and tasty street bites like Dosai  (stuffed lentil crepes), Samosas ( turnovers stuffed with potatoes, peas ,chickpeas and spices) , Chaat ( fried potato or lentil crisps ) and spicy omelet sandwiches, as well as classic Indian Tandoori, curries, and breads. The self-serve refrigerator is stocked with colorful lassis to- go; in mango, pineapple or salty. Yum! Not sure what to get? You can’t go wrong with any of the

“House Combos”- you’ll get a samosa, rice, Naan (oven -baked bread) , and your choice of curry or chicken tandoori, along with yogurt, sliced onions, and pickles. The food is served in compartmentalized metal trays-very cool. Punjabi Dhaba is totally no-frills. You order and pay at the counter and pick-up the food when your number is called. This space is tiny -  there are just 20 seats ! And like all great cheap eats, this joint is cash only. Image: Personal Collection Post from: The Boston Guide

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